Knowing about Aqua-X Irrigation Systems
Aqua-X Irrigation Control System (NFS-1)
Aqua-X (NFS-1) Info-graphic Image
The Aqua-X system is a top-tier irrigation control system with a fully customizable modular design. Its installation process is straightforward, and the system is designed for easy expansion. The Aqua-X is engineered to manage up to 30 distinct irrigation zones (24vac solenoid valves or 120vac pumps). It monitors pH / EC and water temperature, and it can also track actual moisture levels in the growing medium using up to 8 Water Content Sensors connected to a single Aqua-X controller. The system’s timers can be configured as recycling timers or set to operate at specific times and durations. With the complimentary TrolMaster App, users can access all system settings and alerts remotely, anytime and anywhere.
The NFS-1 serves as the central processing unit of the Aqua-X system. It is equipped with a water detector WD-1 for leak alerts and watering confirmation.
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Please note for Internet Connection: TrolMaster’s main controllers can be connected to the internet for utilizing the available APP. Most internet services, including terrestrial and cellular internet, are compatible. However, HughesNet / Viasat Satellite internet is currently not compatible with TrolMaster controllers.
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Regarding Firmware Update: To update firmware on TrolMaster’s controllers and modules, a Micro SD card of 32GB or less capacity must be used.
Aqua-X Pro Irrigation Control System(NFS-2)
Aqua-X Pro (NFS-2) Info-graphic Image
The NFS-2 controller from TrolMaster stands as one of the most sophisticated irrigation controllers on the market today. This multi-functional controller can manage multiple irrigation solenoids and pumps. In addition, the NFS-2 can monitor a variety of water sensors that measure pH, EC / PPM, temperature, and water content. An optional DFW-1 flow-meter, which performs multiple functions, can also be integrated into the system. The solenoids and pumps can be “linked” to operate in unison, enabling a single NFS-2 to control multiple grow areas.
When used in conjunction with the optional AMP-3, WCS-1 and WCS-2 sensors, and the new DFW-1 flow-meter, the NFS-2 allows users to monitor up to 50 sensors and receive mobile alerts if the system detects a problem. The NFS-2 was designed to enable users to tailor their irrigation cycle and control irrigation events using either the DFM-1 digital flow-meter, WCS-1 or WCS-2 moisture content sensors, or simple timers.
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Each device controlled by the NFS-2 can potentially have an unlimited number of irrigation “events” within a 24-hour period.
Aqua-X Plus (NFS-3) Info-graphic Image
The Aqua-X Plus controller is an enhanced version of the Aqua-X controller. It’s a professional-grade, multi-zone irrigation control system equipped with an 800x480 7” LCD touch-screen monitor. It boasts advanced pump and solenoid control functions and a significantly expanded device control capacity. Like all main controllers from TrolMaster, the Aqua-X Plus is compatible with TrolMaster’s free app and can be directly connected to your internet using a standard CAT5 network cable. In addition to controlling a total of 240 devices, the NFS-3 can monitor up to 25 individual sensors, including pH, EC, Temp, WC%, Grow Medium Temp, and Grow Medium EC. Users can view the recorded historical data directly on the NFS-3 or on their smartphone, and also receive warning messages/notifications if the growing environment surpasses the alarm setpoints selected within the NFS-3. The optional WCS-1 or WCS-2 Water Content Sensor will monitor the water content and EC of the growing medium, aiding in visualizing the dry-down time and making adjustments to irrigation timers or settings. Users can even opt to allow the WCS-1/2 Water Content Sensors to actively control irrigation cycles for automated Crop Steering based on the Water Content of the grow medium. This makes the NFS-3 a truly automated crop-steering controller, offering the flexibility to meet even the most demanding applications. The NFS-3 also features Multiple Pump Link functions, providing users with options to connect/link different pumps with different valves to achieve various irrigation functions. The NFS-3 offers an impressive level of flexibility to accommodate all growers.
Aqua-X Plus Irrigation Control System(NFS-3)
Aqua-X Systems Outline
Aqua-X
The NFS-1 has an LCD display and 6-buttons to allow the user to change setpoints and access functions on the Aqua-X. The timers can be set up to be recycling timers or schedule timers with 12 individual customizable irrigation schedules that operate at specific times of day with different durations. The ON Timers can be set as low as 1 second. OFF times can be set down as low as 1 minute.
A maximum of 5 control modules can be connected to each NFS-1. Users can manage irrigation times for nutrient tanks or Dosatron systems. TrolMaster recommends using the NFS-1 / Aqua-X system to control up to 30 individual outputs ( 24V or 110V ).
The NFS-1 also offers pH, EC, and water temperature monitoring as well as historical data logging. The user also can monitor the moisture level of the growing medium using the optional WCS-1 sensors.
Aqua-X Pro
The NFS-2 controller from TrolMaster is one of the most advanced irrigation controllers available today. The NFS-2 is a multi-functional controller which can control multiple irrigation solenoids and pumps. Many advanced new features are available in Aqua-X Pro.
The NFS-2 can also monitor multiple water sensors that can measure pH, EC, temperature, and water content sensors. There is also a new optional DFW-1 flow-meter that serves multiple functions. Each of the solenoids and pumps can be "linked" to work together so that multiple growing areas can be controlled by a single NFS-2.
When combined with the optional AMP-3, WCS-1, WCS-2 sensors, and the new DFW-1 flow-meter, the NFS-2 allows the user to monitor up to 50 sensors and receive mobile notifications when any problem is detected by the system.
The NFS-2 was created to allow users to customize their irrigation cycle and be able to control the irrigation events by using either the DFM-1 digital flow-meter, WCS-1, or WCS-2 moisture content sensors or by simple timers. Each device controlled by the NFS-2 can conceivably have an unlimited number of irrigation "events" each 24-hour day.
Aqua-X Plus
Advanced Features in Aqua-X Pro
- Multi-Zone Monitoring
- Feed by Volume (with DFM-1/2)
- Liquid Volume Monitoring
- Feed On Demand (with WCS-1/2)
- Auto-Fill (with WD-1/2)
- Calendar Reminders
- Calendar Control - Predetermined “Recipes”